Kayaking and canoeing offers a range of competitive races
April 19, 2024
About 38 million people in the U.S. participate in paddle sports each year, making it a prime choice for competitions. About 13.6 million of those are recreational kayakers, while canoeing draws 9.5 million; standup paddle boarding has 3.8 million participants; and sea and whitewater kayaking account for 5.3 million, according to the Outdoor Industry Association.
